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EPISODE · Jun 24, 2025 · 1H 25M

ULTRA ORTHODOX: Exposing Harmful Practices in All Girls’ Schools

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Dainy describes what life was like for them growing up in their Ultra Orthodox community and going to an all girls’ school. Life was black and white when it came to gender roles and expectations and because of this, boys and girls even got different education. Pushing back and asking questions got them into trouble multiple times when conformity and compliance were demanded. Click here to watch on YouTube  We want to meet you in real life!  Come adventure with us on our 2nd C2C VACATION!  Click here to go to the official booking page Subscribe to our C2C "CLIPS" Channel! Support C2C - Any donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcast. Find our FULL (uncensored) merch store here! Patreon https://www.patreon.com/cultstoconsciousness Venmo @sheliseann Find us on Social media! Instagram @cultstoconsciousness  Host Instagram @sheliseann  Co Producer / Host @jonathan.rosales_  TikTok @cults.to.consciousness  Twitter @cultstocon  **Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.** 00:03:51  What schooling was like for Ultra Orthodox groups and the differences of study between girls and boys 00:16:18  When Dainy figured out what s*x was and rules around interacting with different genders 00:19:05  Why modesty rules were put in place and who they apply to 00:22:27  CW: CSA - The extent of s*xual ab*se within Dainy's Ultra Orthodox community 00:28:41  How Dainy felt as a chiId in their Ultra Orthodox community and how it fostered low self esteem and sense of self 00:30:54  How the rules progressed as Dainy got older and how even more strict things are now 00:33:52  How watching movies affected Dainy's friendships 00:36:05  How Dainy's love for learning and knowledge came with consequences 00:45:05  Cookies vs C*caine: Distinguishing sins 00:46:18  Judgement on your religious morals in school over grades and lack of identity in the community 00:54:27  Women are expected to work and do it all but have limited options 01:01:38  Dainy further's their Orthodox education while not following all Jewish law 01:07:20  Growing away from Judaism before traveling to Israel in search of answers once and for all 01:19:46  The push against critical thinking in Orthodox Judaism 01:21:49  How Dainy is doing now 01:23:07  Linda, listen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dainy describes what life was like for them growing up in their Ultra Orthodox community and going to an all girls’ school. Life was black and white when it came to gender roles and expectations and because of this, boys and girls even got different education. Pushing back and asking questions got them into trouble multiple times when conformity and compliance were demanded. Click here to watch on YouTube  We want to meet you in real life!  Come adventure with us on our 2nd C2C VACATION!  Click here to go to the official booking page Subscribe to our C2C "CLIPS" Channel! Support C2C - Any donations are welcome and appreciated to support the making of this podcast. Find our FULL (uncensored) merch store here! Patreon https://www.patreon.com/cultstoconsciousness Venmo @sheliseann Find us on Social media! Instagram @cultstoconsciousness  Host Instagram @sheliseann  Co Producer / Host @jonathan.rosales_  TikTok @cults.to.consciousness  Twitter @cultstocon  **Disclaimer: Thanks for joining us at Cults to Consciousness. This storytelling podcast is meant to be for entertainment purposes only and does not substitute for medical advice. We may discuss triggering topics and we ask that you make your personal mental health a priority. Lastly, the opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host.** 00:03:51  What schooling was like for Ultra Orthodox groups and the differences of study between girls and boys 00:16:18  When Dainy figured out what s*x was and rules around interacting with different genders 00:19:05  Why modesty rules were put in place and who they apply to 00:22:27  CW: CSA - The extent of s*xual ab*se within Dainy's Ultra Orthodox community 00:28:41  How Dainy felt as a chiId in their Ultra Orthodox community and how it fostered low self esteem and sense of self 00:30:54  How the rules progressed as Dainy got older and how even more strict things are now 00:33:52  How watching movies affected Dainy's friendships 00:36:05  How Dainy's love for learning and knowledge came with consequences 00:45:05  Cookies vs C*caine: Distinguishing sins 00:46:18  Judgement on your religious morals in school over grades and lack of identity in the community 00:54:27  Women are expected to work and do it all but have limited options 01:01:38  Dainy further's their Orthodox education while not following all Jewish law 01:07:20  Growing away from Judaism before traveling to Israel in search of answers once and for all 01:19:46  The push against critical thinking in Orthodox Judaism 01:21:49  How Dainy is doing now 01:23:07  Linda, listen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Dainy describes what life was like for them growing up in their Ultra Orthodox community and going to an all girls’ school. Life was black and white when it came to gender roles and expectations and because of this, boys and girls even got different...

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